Comparison

Morse Code Keys vs Morse Typer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Morse Code Keys

Master Morse code with this free training application. Practice and drill each letter of the alphabet at your own pace. Ideal for beginners looking to build a solid foundation in Morse code communication.

Highlights
  • Morse code alphabet practice
  • Letter drilling exercises
  • Beginner-friendly interface
  • Free to use
Features
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Learning morse code can be tough without the right tools. That's why we created Morse Code Keys - Trainer. With this free app, you're going to be able to take the time to practice and drill in each letter of the alphabet. Once you're confident in your skills, download our other app: Morse Code Keys, which will allow you to utilize your new skill with a morse code keyboard that can be used across any app. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Morse Typer

Practice typing Morse code with a realistic virtual key. This app simulates the feel of a real Morse key, offers a reference guide, and allows you to type and share messages in Morse code.

Highlights
  • Realistic Morse key simulation
  • Morse code reference guide
  • Type and share Morse messages
  • 3D electric key modeling
Features
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A Super Simple and Realistic Morse Typer, you can practice typing morse code with this fantastic app. Currently Included Function: 1. Typing Like a Real Morse Key 2. Checking the Morse Code Reference 3. Type a Text Message within the app and Send(share) it to your friends. 4. Realistic 3D modeling Electric key

Screenshots

Morse Code Keys4 screens
Morse Typer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Morse Code Keys at 4.4 against Morse Typer's 3.5. Morse Typer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Morse Code Keys sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Morse Typer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Morse Code Keys holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 175 and 107 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of Morse Code Keys's written reviews are positive against 52% of Morse Typer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Morse Code Keys ships an update every 11 months, Morse Typer every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Morse Code Keys versus Morse Typer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMorse Code KeysMorse Typer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (175 ratings) — better3.5 (107 ratings)
Positive reviews55.6% of reviews — better51.6% of reviews
Number of ratings175 — better107
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.08.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCaesar Salad Software LLCSichuan DreamTrue Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Morse Code Keys

All ratings175 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral5.7%
Negative8.6%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive55.6%
Neutral8.9%
Negative35.6%

Morse Typer

All ratings107 ratings
Positive57.9%
Neutral13.1%
Negative29.0%
Written reviews64 reviews
Positive51.6%
Neutral15.6%
Negative32.8%

User reviews

Morse Code Keys

From 175 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to learn Morse code
  • 🚀 Fast learning curve
  • ✅ Effective for beginners
  • 💡 Repetitive learning method works
  • ✨ Helps master letters quickly

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy, doesn't always progress
  • 👎 Sound issues (no sound, lag)
  • 👎 Buttons lag or register late
  • 👎 Dit/Dah keys are backwards
  • 👎 Lacks numbers and punctuation

Morse Typer

From 107 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great for learning Morse Code
  • 👍 Easy to use for beginners
  • 👍 Helps memorize codes quickly
  • 👍 Realistic practice experience
  • 👍 Good for refreshing skills

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Significant delay/lag
  • 🐛 Inaccurate sound rendering
  • 🐛 Unusable due to lag
  • 🐛 Fixed speed, not adjustable
  • 🐛 No audio output for some users

Bugs and requests

Morse Code Keys

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Audio stopped working after iOS update
  • Audio never worked over wireless headphones
  • Letter Z not appearing in practice sessions
  • Sound doesn't work
  • Tone sound lags between touching screen and playing
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  • Buttons don't register until finger is lifted
  • Sound doesn't show up on older devices
  • App opens with 'A' and doesn't progress
  • Doesn't go past letter A
  • Dit and Dah keys are backwards from standard

Requested features

7 requests
  • Ability to select individual letters for practice
  • Option to remove ads for a one-time fee
  • Add numbers and punctuation
  • Fix dit/dah key order for iambic keys
  • Option to adjust WPM (words per minute)
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  • Add a home screen
  • More settings options

Morse Typer

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • Send button does not work
  • Delay between key press and sound
  • Dits don't always make a sound
  • App is incapable of sensing touch/release accurately
  • Mistakes letters (e.g., D for V)
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  • Cannot send messages
  • Does not fully register typing
  • Response is horrible/laggy
  • Gets caught up on animation
  • No trail or letters typed other than last
  • Buggy app, more of a toy
  • Noise of key press lags terribly
  • Incorrect Morse code rendering
  • No way to correct message or code

Requested features

12 requests
  • Make the 'send' button functional
  • Add configurable options
  • Allow speed adjustment (WPM)
  • Add a widget
  • Add a ':' symbol
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  • Add different backgrounds
  • Add a keyer
  • Allow chat with nearby users
  • Sync with iMessage or other apps
  • Add cut/copy function
  • Add tone adjustment
  • Add a 'doubt' option

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Morse Code Keys

Subscriptions2
  • Remove Ads Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Remove Ads Yearly$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remove Ads Forever$19.99
None

Morse Typer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Morse Code Keys free?
Morse Code Keys is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Morse Typer free?
Morse Typer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Morse Code Keys or Morse Typer?
Morse Code Keys is rated higher. Morse Code Keys averages 4.4 out of 5 from 175 ratings, while Morse Typer averages 3.5 from 107 ratings.
Do Morse Code Keys or Morse Typer have ads?
Morse Code Keys shows ads; Morse Typer does not.
Which is updated more often, Morse Code Keys or Morse Typer?
Morse Code Keys ships an update every 11 months, and Morse Typer every 4 months. Most recently, Morse Code Keys was updated on September 28, 2026 and Morse Typer on September 29, 2026.

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